1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 208 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
